1996 Bentley Brooklands vs. 2005 Lexus ES
To start off, 2005 Lexus ES is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Bentley Brooklands. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Bentley Brooklands would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Bentley Brooklands is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Bentley Brooklands (301 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2005 Lexus ES. (225 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 2005 Lexus ES. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Bentley Brooklands weights approximately 855 kg more than 2005 Lexus ES. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Bentley Brooklands is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Bentley Brooklands. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Lexus ES, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1996 Bentley Brooklands (600 Nm) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lexus ES. (325 Nm). This means 1996 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lexus ES.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Bentley Brooklands | 2005 Lexus ES | |
| Make | Bentley | Lexus |
| Model | Brooklands | ES |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3310 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2430 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2730 mm |
